Fried Cod Bites (Kibbeling)
The most popular snack at Dutch fish markets: tender pieces of white cod (kabeljauw) coated in batter and fried golden and crisp, seasoned with fish spices and served with a white sauce (ravigottesaus). Cod itself is pure marine protein, but the batter coating raises its glycemic index to about (≈35).
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Enjoy a small portion straight from the fork as a fun seafood lunch; dip the fork only lightly in garlic or tartare sauce and avoid drowning the pieces in processed sauce.
Best preparation methods
The finer, healthier alternative: ask for grilled cod (gebakken vis) without batter, or for kibbeling baked in an air fryer to avoid the heavy frying fat.
Important Nutritional Note
Cod is rich in complete protein and iodine and is low in fat on its own; if you are watching your weight and blood sugar, keeping the amount of fried pieces moderate and adding a green salad keeps the meal balanced.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (150 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 245 kcal | 367.5 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g | 27 g |
| Carbohydrate | 11 g | 16.5 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 10.5 g | 15.8 g |
| Fat | 14 g | 21 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0.5 g | 0.8 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Meat, fish & eggs with a glycemic index (2), it ranks 1 (lowest first). This is one of the lowest-GI foods in its group.
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Is Fried Cod Bites (Kibbeling) good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 150 g portion gives 368 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Fried Cod Bites (Kibbeling) affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 35 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 150 g portion has a glycemic load of 5.5 (Low), so the effect of this portion on blood sugar is limited.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Fried Cod Bites (Kibbeling)?
A typical 150 g portion of Fried Cod Bites (Kibbeling) provides about 368 kcal, 27 g protein, 16.5 g carbohydrate, 21 g fat and 0.8 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.